Fair Wages for Artists, Controlled Grocery Pricing, and Affordable Housing Déjà Vu

Today on the podcast guest host Marcus Harrison Green is talking all about affordability in Seattle. First, he is joined by Ryan Guzzo Purcell of the Feast theater company to talk about Artists Doing, a one-day show this weekend where a group of artists will make a living wage to produce and present a piece of art. Marcus and Ryan talk about what it takes to make a living as an artist in Seattle, and how it impacts small companies like The Feast. Next Marcus is joined by regular contributors Ryan Packer and Hannah Krieg to talk about legislation to stop dynamic pricing at grocery stores, and the nearly 20 years spent on deciding if Fort Lawton near Discovery Park should become affordable housing.  Learn more about the sponsors of this August 11th episode: pFriem Beer Grand Central Bakery Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

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